I know, and I never said we wern't friends anymore. I was just a little down, talking to you kinda hurt me under the concumstances. I'm over that now
I would also like to point out that this thread is in no way hating on SwimHornet, I still consider him a friend.
I just want to let you and ANYONE else know that I'm here if you want to get something off your chest. I'm here if you need to talk. I can try my best to make you feel better.
Wow, this really got to me. I apologize (again) about your life as you have told me about it before on serious notes. And I agree with Snoopy. We're all here for each other. Depression is a serious matter and I understand, it puts people down seeing such threads but some people can't hold it in to the point where if they did, they probably wouldn't be with us the next day. Thank you for making this aware to many who didn't want to hear about such stories (possibly emphasizing someone, possibly not).
Exactly, we all are here why not? ^.^ I'd do anything for any of you, no matter what we have been through in the past. If anyone ever needs help my hand is out there.
thankyou SkyttlesOG. You and keeper_of_flame blaq have kept me alive numerous times too.. Yes, anti-depressants dont make you happy. You cannot see depression. You can see its aftermath. You cannot cure depression. Everyone will be depressed in their lives. Everyone has a back story. something that will have impacted their lives some how. And some people have more than just one event. Depression has been categorized as mental illness. A mental illness does not mean you are crazy. You cannot put judgement upon someone with depression. In most cases they cannot help the way they feel. Sometimes, unable to talk with professionals, some people decide to share with people who wont judge. I think we can agree there are many amazing people here who understand. Somehow knowing other people feel the same, even if its obvious, can make people feel like they are less alone. If you dont get depressed like we do, and have a good life, cherish it.
In all seriousness, I do have major depression that was certified by a medical professional. Since I found out yesterday, I decided to tell people in skyblock yesterday, and you know what happened? Everyone supported me and said they care about me. Gemmalove and aiden thanks for caring for me the most during that. And you know what makes me even more sad? Its people like you who say things like this, that not only makes me feel worse, but makes other people feel bad. I take loads of pills that is slowly killing me, but in all, it keeps me from killing myself faster. People like me feel better when we discuss it with other people, which is what I did yesterday, to the affect of meeting very nice people All in all, thank-you all for sticking up for not only me, but other people suffering like me. For those who think we are just careless people who are trying to cause a scene, go and get depression, then you say the same thing
please dont mention swim anymore. Just keep it purely about educating those without depression what its like. thanks
Uhm, I was tagged here, so I guess I'll post. If anyone ever needs someone to talk to, my inbox is always open. No, I don't understand everything, I don't always say the right things and I'm not any kind of a professional... but I can be a pretty good listener... or... reader? Anyway, I know how it is to just need someone to talk to and I know the importance of being there for someone.
I believe theirs multiple stages of depression, from the slightest to those that just cannot find happiness. I've only talked to one professional, when they asked my outlook on life they were surprised and I was diagnosed with extreme depression along with being bipolar. I could go on for ages about how I hate life and blahblah but no one needs to see it, so in a sense I agree with Swim, but at the same time when you're in the mindset of feeling like suicide is a way out then it's hard to not cry out to people. Having someone tell you, you matter and will always matter is uplifting, I cannot tell you how many times those two words have stopped me and been like f***, seriously. Life is a rollercoaster of absolute bullshit, we're born to die, the middle is just an adventure, some finish it and some pull out early, however depression will strike everyone at some point, and you'll want someone to tell you matter, or you'll feel like you don't and you'll do something you'll regret. I regret every suicide attempt I made, I regret being lifeless and near dead and I regret seeing my mother cry, because that hurts. Seeing your mother by your side crying her eyes out pleading and begging for someone she has never believed in to return her little boy, and beg that he makes it back safely. Then to turn around and blame herself on all the things she has said no to. Like maybe I would have been happy if she let me do whatever I wanted instead of setting boundaries. It hurts, it does. I mean it's like a dagger to your heart seeing your mum cry, because she's the f***ing best. I have too many suicide attempts, each one I regret and thank those who said I matter, because without them.. I wouldn't be here.
I came back, and this thread got so much better than I expected. No more arguments, just support and actual discussion. Also, I realized how good I have it. In a way, I feel guilty. Depression hasn't gotten me yet. I can't relate. But I can try to help, and that's something I will always do. Anybody reading this, if you ever feel depressed, or just sad, or lonely or whatever. And you want to talk, PM me on here, talk to me on Skype, text me, Snapchat or kik me (soon). Contact me and I'll listen, try to help, and never tell anybody. I love this community for responding to these things like this. Stay awesome everybody.
Touching on this: without the words from people like krissy_punk and others, I honestly can say that my attempts would have succeeded. Just those few people talking to me about it, wanting to know everything shows how much some people really do care. I could go on, but I'm not supposed to have my phone this hour. I understand Sean, and I know we're not the greatest of friends. I'm here though, just a message away.
this thread kinda... well it makes me cry when I read it. Some of the funniest people I know, some of the most lively people I know are the ones who have these feelings, the hurt. I also want to point out that just because a depressed person laughs, doesnt mean they stopped being depressed. It means they are having a better day. I know I appreciate everyone who makes me feel better, who has a joke and all. I wont get to personal, im pretty sure a lot of you would know a bit of my past. But yeah. Im sure we can all stick together and get through the tough days.
I cried too. And I'm not depressed. Or close to depressed. I'm freakin' lucky and that's why I cried.
Skyt, I am so sorry about this all. I have no experience with this, I don't know what it's like. Maybe I have too good of a life, maybe I'm too young. However, one thing I do know, is that you're my bud, and I'll be here for you no matter how long, no matter how sad. This made me cry, I understand you, dude, and I will help you in the best way I possibly can. You are such a good friend, I don't want you to be sad. It's the worst feeling ever, having this supposedly happy, upbeat friend, then realizing, they're actually bummed. I'll do all I can to help you out.